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Connectivity features of hearing aids

Connect your hearing devices to other technologies and accessories.

Telecoil

A small coil inside the hearing aid that picks up sounds directly from compatible phones and hearing loops. These may be used in public places. Manufacturers may use the following terms:

  • t-coil
  • audio induction loops.

Mobile phone and device connectivity

Connect your hearing aids with Bluetooth® devices. May be used for phone calls, audio streaming and hearing aid control.

Manufacturers may use the following terms:

  • streaming
  • made for iPhone (MFI)
  • made for Android
  • bluetooth.

Accessory connectivity

Links your hearing aids to other hearing devices. These can include remote microphones and TV streamers.

Manufacturers may use the following terms:

  • app connectivity
  • bluetooth
  • streaming
  • TV streamer
  • remote control.

Phone assistive technology

Detects when a phone is being used and adjusts hearing aid settings for you.

Manufacturers may use the following terms:

  • automatic phone detection
  • telephone mode
  • telephone program.
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